2012 883
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From: Montana
I found out today my entry into the biking world wont start till the 23rd of April. I really hope this is something that I can enjoy and excel at. It's all I think about night and day, and even riding around in my car I envision what it would/will be like on my HD. I just hope this all works out.
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From: Temecula, CA
Fat.....get a 1200 and be done with it !!! ghesssss
Really. If you just want to get on and ride going thru all that is involved to change the displacement,change the gears, remap ( damm glad I have a carb bike ) what is the point ?
Your not going to be pleased with an 883 in a short time. Put the $ in now and get on the road with all you need in the first place.
JonMon
Really. If you just want to get on and ride going thru all that is involved to change the displacement,change the gears, remap ( damm glad I have a carb bike ) what is the point ?
Your not going to be pleased with an 883 in a short time. Put the $ in now and get on the road with all you need in the first place.
JonMon
2. You have a quicker bike if you keep the 883 gearing with the 1200 upgrade.
3. Many insurance companies set your premium based off the displacement of the engine as reported by the VIN. Thus an 883 converted to a 1200 would still pay an insurance premium as though it was still an 883.
You may find the 883 to be all you need and not wish to upgrade. If the Iron speaks to you, get it.
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From: victoria bc
1. It's cheaper to make an 883 into a 1200 than it is to make a Nightster look like an Iron.
2. You have a quicker bike if you keep the 883 gearing with the 1200 upgrade.
3. Many insurance companies set your premium based off the displacement of the engine as reported by the VIN. Thus an 883 converted to a 1200 would still pay an insurance premium as though it was still an 883.
You may find the 883 to be all you need and not wish to upgrade. If the Iron speaks to you, get it.
2. You have a quicker bike if you keep the 883 gearing with the 1200 upgrade.
3. Many insurance companies set your premium based off the displacement of the engine as reported by the VIN. Thus an 883 converted to a 1200 would still pay an insurance premium as though it was still an 883.
You may find the 883 to be all you need and not wish to upgrade. If the Iron speaks to you, get it.
What Robotech said.
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From: fairfax, virginia
The Iron is beautiful but.....
if you get one make sure you don't ride another bike while you own it. I bought an 883 in September as my first bike and I was so happy with it. Especially the way it looked and sounded with the V&H short shots. I got compliments everywhere i went. But the more I rode it the more I realized how underpowered it is. Plus im 6'3 and riding with mids not only looked stupid but was very uncomfortable. It's a bumpy ride and it even makes speed bumps feel harsh. I started riding other friends bikes that were more powerful and i began to realize what i was missing out on. Regrettably, I just sold my Iron this week. The fact of the matter is everyone has a different preference and noone can really tell you whats best for you. One thing I think that does hold true is if you do get the Iron you're going to have to do some work to it to get it where you want, both in comfort and power. The bike is built very "bare bones" and was intended to be modified. that being said good luck with whatever you decide.
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From: Gulf Breeze, FL
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